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Definition of disagree

disagree

/ˌdɪs.əˈɡriː/
dis · a · gree

Adverb:disagreeably
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Adjective:disagreeable
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Past Simple:disagreed
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Past Participle:disagreed
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Present Participle:disagreeing
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disagree Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To have or express a different opinion from someone else; to fail to reach a consensus.

Example

"Historians often disagree on the primary causes of the empire's sudden decline."


2

To be inconsistent, conflicting, or at variance with another statement, account, or set of data.

Example

"The witness's testimony appeared to disagree with the timeline established by the physical evidence."


3

To cause physical discomfort, indigestion, or an adverse effect (typically of food, drink, or climate, used with 'with').

Example

"Rich dairy products tend to disagree with her stomach, so she prefers plant-based alternatives."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 15th century from Old French desagreer, formed from the prefix des- ('dis-') and agreer ('to please, consent'), which ultimately traces back to Latin ad ('to') and gratum ('pleasing').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Disagree. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/disagree
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